British Universal Carrier

Great little kit, relatively small but nonetheless good to build. Tamiya has this 'Force Reconnaissance' and a 'Fire Support' version out there; pretty much same vehicle different figures. This kit has N.Europe and a Tunisia version of figures to make it different. Agreed tracks are a little tight, narrow so aligning the wheels is critical; that and the drive wheel is static so don't expect moving tracks. Nonetheless a good fun build at a lower price tag and as others suggest, great for dioramas.

The ominous title, forced reconnaissance, sets the mood for this inexpensive kit. Decently crafted soldiers, especially the machine gunner, look pensive and on guard. All are hunkered down, somewhat exposed in the mildly armored carrier. It's easy to imagine them not so alone, but instead supported by infantry and tank. This is where the kit would shine, as a key ingredient to interesting dioramas. How's the build? The model goes together well, with a few tight-fitting connections here and there. Small ammo boxes, Jerry cans and assorted containers fill the carrier with detail. You have a choice of desert decals and soldiers, or three European versions. So there is flexibility here. What's the bottom line? Tamiya does well replicating this overlooked workhorse of the British military. The kit is affordable. Yes, it is an older Tamiya, but a good one. In the making of dioramas with other kits, or as a fun stand alone project that is a nice change from tanks and jeeps, this model fills the bill. All told, an unexciting, but high value item. I give it 5 out of 5 stars.

this is a well detailed little armored personnel carrier.. I will be using this for a 40K Imperial Guard Troop Transport.. should work very well for my WWII themed army.